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SECTION J - LIST OF DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

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SECTION J – LIST OF EXHIBITS/ATTACHMENTS

The following document(s), exhibit(s), and other attachment(s) form a part of this RFP:

SECTION L - INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS AND NOTICES TO BIDDERS

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SECTION L - INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS

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52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS--COMMERCIAL ITEMS (FEB 2012)

L.1 General Instructions

(a) Terms and conditions

1. Offerors shall submit the proposal by 1400 Eastern Standard Time (EST) on 15 OCT 2013 to the point of contact (POC) listed in paragraph (2) below. The quantities of hard and electronic copies of the proposal are identified in paragraph (b) below. The electronic copies shall be submitted on CD-ROM disk(s) in Microsoft Office products for PC applications, or Adobe Acrobat .pdf files. When mailing the proposal or proposal amendments, the outside shipping container shall be marked with “RFP N00024-13-R-2205” and mailed to the address listed in paragraph (2) below.

1. The point of contact for this solicitation to address for any questions, concerns, or requests for clarification, is as follows:

Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC) ATTN: Jun Ji, SEA 02221 Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Room 218 1201 M Street SE, Suite #200 Washington, DC 20003 Telephone number: (202)675-5831 E-mail: jun.ji@navy.mil

1. It is the Offeror’s responsibility to draft a logical, practical, clear and concise proposal that contains all pertinent information in sufficient detail so that the government evaluators are able to meaningfully evaluate the Offeror’s proposed approach and cost / price without discussions. An Offeror’s proposal must clearly and convincingly demonstrate that the Offeror has a thorough understanding of the requirements and associated risks; is able, willing, and competent to devote the resources necessary to meet the requirement; and has valid and practical solutions for all requirements. The Offeror must include any data necessary to illustrate the adequacy of the various assumptions, approaches, and solutions to problems. In presenting material in this proposal, the Offeror is advised that quality of information is more important than quantity. Offerors must use quantitative terms whenever possible and avoid qualitative and subjective terms to the maximum extent practicable. Proposal volumes must be consistent internally.

1. The government may reject any proposal that is evaluated to be unrealistic in terms of program commitments, including contract terms and conditions, or unrealistically high or low in cost / price when compared to the government’s estimates, such that the proposal is deemed to reflect an inherent lack of competence or failure to comprehend the complexity and risks of the program.

1. The government may judge a proposal to be unacceptable if the proposal contains statements that do not clearly reveal the Offeror’s proposed approach; statements that the Offeror will comply with the RFP or provide a particular feature or objective without explaining how the feature or objective will be met.

1. If the solicitation is amended, then all other terms and conditions that are not amended shall remain unchanged. Offerors shall monitor the NECO website frequently to ensure all amendments are captured in the submitting proposal before the RFP closing date and time.

1. Any data previously submitted in response to another solicitation will be assumed to be unavailable to the government during this proposal evaluation and source selection process. Proposal data shall not be incorporated into the proposal by referring to another proposal or other instrument.

1. If a discrepancy exists between the original paper copy of the proposal and the electronic copy, the paper copy will take precedence.

1. The Government reserves the right to seek clarifications as defined in FAR 15.306 after receipt of the Offeror’s responses to the RFP.

1. Proposals are to be based on the requirements contained in the solicitation Schedule, Specification, and other attachments and exhibits.

1. Offerors are advised that proposals shall be accepted only from those offerors proposing as potential prime contractors. Such offerors shall be responsible for submitting complete proposal packages containing all components of the proposal inclusive of any team member or subcontract proposal information. Pricing data, or other information which may be considered proprietary to team members or subcontractors, shall be submitted with the prime contractor’s proposal in a separate sealed envelope.

1. Submission of e-mail, facsimile or telegraphic offers is not authorized for this solicitation.

1. If an Offeror believes that the requirements and/or instructions in the RFP contain an error, omission, or are otherwise unsound, the Offeror should timely notify the Contracting Officer in writing with supporting rationale.

1. Prior to using an appointed agent to communicate with the Government on matters concerning this RFP or any resulting contract, the Offeror shall send written notification to the Contracting Officer outlining the time period and conditions when the appointed agent is authorized to act or communicate on the Offeror's behalf. The Offeror shall identify in its response to this solicitation the name of any agent, consultant or third party it used in preparing its offer.

1. Offerors may submit questions requesting clarification of this requirement via email. Any clarifying information issued by the Government will be provided to all prospective Offerors. Proprietary data, if so noted, will be protected. All questions regarding to the RFP must be submitted ten (10) business days prior to the closing date of the RFP. Questions regarding this RFP are to be directed to all of the following:

Jun Ji – jun.ji@navy.mil Jesse Julao-jesse.julao@navy.mil

1. Hand Carried Offers (See Clause at the bottom of Section L)

1. Proposal in response to this solicitation must be valid for a minimum of 90 calendar days.

1. Only one proposal will be accepted from each of the offeror that represents as the prime contractor.

(b) Content.

1. An Offeror’s proposal shall consist of two (2) separate volumes as noted in the table below. Paper copies must contain one original copy.

1. Cover pages, title pages, table of contents, cross reference tables, dividers, index tabs, etc. will not be counted as part of the page count limitation so long as they are inserted solely for the purpose of reading ease and locating sections of the proposal. Pages marked “This page intentionally left blank” will not be counted. Any supporting documentation including but not limited to drawings, analysis, and calculations will not be counted. The page limit for volume I applies only to the completed and tailored specification in Section J.

2 Electronic*

2 Electronic*

* Electronic = CD ROM

(c) Format.

1. The written portions of the proposal shall use no smaller than industry standard word processor 10-point proportional font. If both sides of sheets of paper are used, each sheet will be counted as two pages. Volumes shall be printed on 8-1/2 x 11-inch paper. Tables or figures may be printed on fold out sheets, which shall not exceed 11 x 17 inches. Font size for tables and figures shall be no smaller than 8-point. If proposal volumes/sections exceed the limitations set forth herein, excess text will be removed from the back of that volume/section and not evaluated. Use at least 1-inch margins on the top and bottom of the pages and ¾ inch side margins. Pages shall be numbered sequentially by volume.

1. Each volume shall be submitted in standard size 3-ring binders that will facilitate the insertion of change pages and additional information provided during the source selection process.

1. All printed pages shall contain the phrase: “SOURCE SELECTION SENSITIVE” (printed or stamped). No price information, (i.e. dollar values and/or hourly rates) shall be included in any volume other than the Price Volume (Volume II).

1. An Offeror’s proposal shall include a transmittal letter that includes the following: solicitation number and closing date and time; Government issuing office identification; full official name and address of firm; name and phone number of the individual designated as the responsible contact for the firm; reference to the enclosures or volume numbers and quantities being provided of each; any exceptions taken to the terms of the RFP; and the date of the enclosures or volumes if different from the date of an Offeror’s proposal. An authorized official of the Offeror shall sign the transmittal letter.

1. Each volume should contain the following (unless otherwise noted):

* Cover and Title Page – The cover and title page which indicates the following:

* Table of Contents – The table of contents must provide sufficient detail to enable easy location of important elements.

(d) Proposal Content Requirements.

In addition to a completed and signed Standard Form 33, the proposal must consist of Volumes I - II. Volume I shall contain proposal information addressing the following technical and past performance information. Volume II shall contain proposed pricing information.

VOLUME I: Technical Proposal (Non-Price factors)

Factor 1: Technical Merit of Design:

Specification: Requirements Matrix (Attachment 1) Offerors shall complete the attached HSMST Requirements Matrix (Attachment 1) indicating the capability of the Offeror to meet and/or exceed the requirements listed.

1. Offerors shall provide Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) makes and model numbers for all parts/components specified in the HSMST Requirements Matrix (Attachment 1).

2. Offerors shall provide technical specifications of the proposed craft to demonstrate the ability to meet the requirements of this RFP, including special/unique features, place of manufacture, administrative procedures for performance, etc . . .

Supporting Technical Data: Offerors shall provide drawings and associated parts lists (Bill of Materials) for the proposed craft in hard copy and in PDF format. Non-CAD (non-computer generated) drawings will not be accepted.

1. The Government will use the Offeror’s submitted drawings only for the purpose of evaluating the Offeror’s proposal.

a. The following drawings are REQUIRED:

i. General Arrangement

ii. Hull Structure

iii. Hull Lines and Offsets

iv. Towing Provisions

v. Electrical Diagram

b. The following drawings are OPTIONAL but recommended:

i. Console Details

ii. Fuel Tank Details

iii. Radar Arch Details

iv. Fuel System Arrangement

v. Steering System Arrangement

vi. Hoisting Arrangement

2. Offerors shall provide speed calculations for the craft in Minimum Operating Condition, in the configuration with gasoline-powered engines, foam flotation collar, and flotation foam installed in the hull. At a minimum, speed calculations shall include Sea State 0 through Sea State 3.

3. Offerors shall provide specification sheets for specific make and model number of major equipment quoted unless the make and model number are already stated under the Description column of the Requirements Matrix.

4. Offerors shall use Attachment 7 to submit proposed delivery schedules for each craft in Days After Contract Award (DACA). Offerors shall include Attachment 7 with the submitted proposal. Offerors are advised that delivery schedules offered in response to this solicitation will usually become contract required delivery dates in any Delivery Order resulting from this solicitation.

Total Ownership Cost: Offeror shall identify features of the proposed boat that minimize Total Ownership Cost .

1. Select craft/components and/or features that minimize manpower required to operate and maintain the craft and its equipment;

2. Select craft/components and/or features that are readily commercially available and/or have commonality with other Navy or Government in-service craft;

3. Highlight features of design/construction/documentation that minimize total ownership costs and achieve performance, readiness and sustainability.

4. Provide warranty policies applicable to the proposed craft and to the major equipment as required by Attachment 1.

5. Offeror shall fully address the Technical Data and Computer Software data rights requirements contained in Section C 2.3 of this RFP. If the Technical Data and Computer Software data rights requirements are not addressed in accordance with the instructions below, the Government reserves the right to assume that all Technical Data and Computer Software data are offered to the Government with UNLIMITED rights. Offeror’s response shall include the following:

a. For all non-commercial technical data and computer software to be delivered under the contract, the Offeror shall complete DFARS Clause 252.227-7017 in Attachment 6 (Fill in none if it is not applicable).

b. For all commercial technical and commercial computer software to be delivered under the contract, the Offeror shall complete Attachment 5. (Fill in none if it is not applicable)

Factor 2: Past Performance and Experience (PP&E):

(a) Offerors are reminded that both independent data (such as information obtained from DOD databases, other databases available to the Government, and any and all sources including sources outside of the Government) and data provided by the offerors in their past performance information may be used to evaluate offeror past performance. It is incumbent upon the offeror to explain the relevance of all data provided. The Government does not assume the duty to search for data to cure problems within the past performance information. The burden of providing thorough and complete past performance data remains with the offerors. Past Performance information that does not contain the information required by the solicitation risks rejection or a high risk rating by the Government. The information obtained will be used for the tradeoff decision.

(b) The following information shall be included in each Past Performance Proposal:

(1) A list of a total of three (3) of the offeror's (inclusive any proposed subcontractors or teaming partners) previous or on-going federal, state or local Government contracts and private/commercial contracts performed by it and each of its team members during the past three (3) years which are similar in nature and relevant to the efforts required by this solicitation. This listing shall include all items listed below:

Project Related Information

1. Offeror Name and Cage Code

1. Program Title

1. Name of Contracting Agency/Commercial Activity

1. Contract Number/Identification Number

1. Award Date

1. Contract Type (FFP, FPIF, CPIF, etc.)

1. Awarded amount/ estimate price

1. Name, Mailing address, telephone number, fax number and email address of the Customer Program Manager, PCO and ACO for each Government contract, or the contract administrator for each major subcontract/commercial contract.

1. Original contract period of performance.

1. Relevancy: Describe the relevancy of the past or present contract/subcontract to this RFP. Relevancy discussion could also include end item comparison with respect to use or complexity; size and scope of the effort;

1. Provide any other information the offeror deems important to understand the past performance on the contracts / subcontracts, the offeror’ ability to deliver quality products and services, meet schedule / performance requirements, and achieve customer satisfaction.

(2) For offerors with no past performance history, the offeror shall state "No Past Performance History Available". In cases where an offeror has no previous past performance or past performance information is not available, the offeror will receive an unknown rating and will not be evaluated either favorably or unfavorably.

(c) A Past Performance Questionnaire is provided as Attachment (8) to this solicitation. Offerors shall complete Section 1 of the attached questionnaire and forward a copy of the entire questionnaire to be completed by the three (3) organizations identified in (b)(1) above. Offerors (and each of its proposed subcontractors or teaming partners ) shall advise the reporting organizations that: (a) the completed questionnaire is to be considered source selection sensitive in accordance with FAR 3.104 and (b) the completed questionnaire shall be returned by standard mail, fax, or email to the Contracting Officer no later than the RFP closing date and time. Completed questionnaires shall be submitted directly to the Contracting Officer, Mr. Jun Ji, at:

ATTN: Jun Ji, SEA 02221 Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Room 218 1201 M Street SE, Suite #200 Washington, DC 20003 Telephone number: (202)675-5831

Any questionnaires received from organizations other than those identified in (b)(1) above will not be considered. In accordance with FAR 15.306, the offeror may be given the opportunity to address adverse past performance information obtained from the questionnaires to which the offeror has not previously had an opportunity to respond.

VOLUME II: Price Proposal

Factor 3: Price: The following items shall be completed and included in the Price Volume of the Offeror's proposal:

(1) SECTION 1: Price Proposal

A. Offerors shall complete pricing for the delivery order requirement as provided in Attachment (9). The offeror shall ensure that prices are entered for all items for which space has been provided. Offerors are to utilize the Attachment (9) table format provided as part of this RFP when providing the electronic copy of the price proposal.

B. To facilitate contract administration, offerors are required to submit ALL unit prices as whole dollar values.

C. Offerors are to submit any other pricing information for which proposed pricing was derived that might assist in the evaluation of the proposal for price reasonableness.

(2) SECTION 2: Administrative Data The administrative proposal shall include items required by the Government to fully evaluate the proposal, to ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of the RFP, and additional data necessary to determine the reasonableness of the price(s) proposed. The following supporting data shall be included:

A. Completed Section K (Representations, Certifications and Other Statements of the Offeror/Quoter).

B. Completed and signed Standard Form 33, Blocks 12-18

Offerors are required to provide sufficient supporting data to enable the Government to understand how the proposed Firm Fixed Price (FFP) amounts were developed and to determine the reasonableness of the proposed price.

Clarity and completeness of the Price volume are of the utmost importance. The Price volume must be internally consistent or the price proposal will be considered unrealistic and may be considered unacceptable.

52.216-1 TYPE OF CONTRACT (APR 1984)

The Government contemplates award of a Firm Fixed Price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity contract resulting from this solicitation.

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